We all love YouTube – it has everything from music and podcasts to our favorite shows. However, the biggest frustrations with the YouTube app are annoying ads and the lack of background play unless you pay for YouTube Premium.
But don’t worry! In this guide, we’ll show you a simple and free way to play YouTube videos in the background without ads on your mobile devices, whether you’re using an iPhone or Android.
Step 1: Download the Brave Browser on your phone
Brave is a free and privacy-focused web browser available on iOS and Android. It comes with a built-in ad blocker and allows background audio playback.
- Go to the App Store for iPhone & iPad or Google Play Store for Android Devices.
- Search for Brave Browser and install it
Step 2: Enable Background Play in Brave settings
Once you have Brave installed, follow these steps to enable background playback:
- Open the Brave Browser.
- Tap on the menu (three dots in the corner).
- Select Settings and scroll down to the Display section.
- Tap on Media and turn on “Enable Background Audio”.
Step 3: Play YouTube in the Background
Now, you can play YouTube videos without ads and with background playback:
- Open YouTube within the Brave Browser.
- Search for any video and start playing it.
- Now, switch to another app or lock your screen—your YouTube video will keep playing!
Bonus: Create a YouTube Playlist for Continuous Playback
You can play multiple videos in a row without interruptions by creating playlist directly in Brave:
- While watching a video, tap on the playlist icon near the web URL at the bottom.
- Add the video to a new or existing playlist.
- Access your saved playlists anytime by tapping the menu and selecting “Playlist”.
This is perfect for music lovers who want to set and forget their favourite tracks!
Final Thoughts
With the Brave Browser, you no longer need to deal with YouTube ads or limitations. Now, you can enjoy uninterrupted background playback on your phone or tablet for free.
Give it a try and let us know how it works for you!
